Production of 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Begins in Lordstown

LORDSTOWN, Ohio, Sept. 8, 2010;- Production of the much-anticipated 2011
Chevrolet Cruze, which features the spaciousness and amenities of a midsize
car with the fuel economy and price of a compact, was celebrated today with
red, white and blue models symbolically declaring that a world-class small
car can be assembled in America by a domestic company.

The first vehicles for delivery to buyers were driven off the line at
GM's Lordstown, Ohio plant in front of GM employees, dignitaries, union
representatives and community members.

Cruze is already Chevrolet's top-selling car worldwide this year, with
more than 165,000 sold, and second only to the Silverado full-size pickup
for all Chevrolet vehicles - even before sales begin this month in the
United States.

"We are delivering a car with the quality which Americans desire matched
with features they would not expect in this segment, from 40 mpg on our Eco
model to 10 airbags as standard across the range," General Motors North
America President Mark Reuss said. "Of equal importance, we are working to
redefine the views on a domestic carmaker building such a car here in the
United States."

When the first Cruze sedans arrive at U.S. dealerships, they will offer
consumers more for their money, with class-leading standard safety
features, expected class-leading fuel economy, and more standard equipment
than competitive vehicles.

With a starting price of $16,995, the Cruze includes 10 air bags,
StabiliTrak electronic stability control with rollover sensing, traction
control, anti-lock brakes, collapsible pedal system, and OnStar with
Automatic Crash Response.

"Our new body shop is among the best in the world. Our team is inspired
and energized by the build of the Cruze. It's a safe and reliable compact
car with that mid-size experience," said Dave Green, president of UAW Local
1714 at the Lordstown Metal Center.

Safety is the primary selling point for Tim Arbutina of Sagamore Hills,
Ohio, who recently ordered a Cruze for his 17-year old daughter. The
Arbutina family was among the crowd celebrating the first cars coming off
the line at Lordstown.

"I did it because the Cruze is a great car. And above all, it's a safe
car," Arbutina said. "It offers me peace of mind knowing that my daughter
will be driving one of the safest cars on the highway today. The 10 air
bags and the solid structural steel really got my attention."

The Lordstown Complex, which built its first car in 1966, has produced
more than 14 million vehicles, making it one of the most productive
automotive facilities in the world.

"The third-party reviews of the Cruze in North America have been
fantastic," said Lordstown Plant Manager Bob Parcell. "Our Chevrolet
dealers tell us Cruze demand is hot and interest levels are the highest
they have seen in 20 years. This will help drive our complex and Chevrolet
into a new and exciting era."

The 4,500 team members at the Lordstown Complex are scheduled to begin
shipping the Cruze to U.S. and Canadian dealers next week.

"We have been working hard toward this goal for the past two years,"
said UAW Local 1112 President Jim Graham. "We have a premium small car that
we are proud to build and eager to get into the dealerships."

About General Motors - General Motors, one of the world's largest
automakers, traces its roots back to 1908. With its global headquarters in
Detroit, GM employs 208,000 people in every major region of the world and
does business in more than 120 countries. GM and its strategic partners
produce cars and trucks in 31 countries, and sell and service these
vehicles through the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, FAW,
GMC, Daewoo, Holden, Jiefang, Opel, Vauxhall and Wuling. GM's largest
national market is China, followed by the United States, Brazil, Germany,
the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. GM's OnStar subsidiary is the
industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services.
General Motors acquired operations from General Motors Corporation on July
10, 2009, and references to prior periods in this and other press materials
refer to operations of the old General Motors Corporation. More
information on the new General Motors can be found at www.gm.com.

About Chevrolet

Chevrolet is a global automotive brand, with annual sales of about 3.5
million vehicles in more than 130 countries. Chevrolet provides consumers
with fuel-efficient, safe and reliable vehicles that deliver high quality,
expressive design, spirited performance and value. In the U.S., the
Chevrolet portfolio includes: iconic performance cars, such as Corvette and
Camaro; dependable, long lasting pickups and SUVs, such as Silverado and
Suburban; and award-winning passenger cars and crossovers, such as Malibu,
Equinox and Traverse. Chevrolet also offers "gas-friendly to gas-free"
solutions including the Cruze Eco and Volt, both arriving in late 2010.
Cruze Eco will offer up to an estimated 40 mpg highway while the Chevrolet
Volt will offer up to 40 miles of electric, gas-free driving and an
additional 300 miles of extended range (based on GM testing; official EPA
estimates not yet available). Most new Chevrolet models offer OnStar
safety, security, and convenience technologies including OnStar Hands-Free
Calling, Automatic Crash Response, and Stolen Vehicle Slowdown. More
information regarding Chevrolet models, fuel solutions, and OnStar
availability can be found at www.chevrolet.com.

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